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REFSONE CREAM 10GM is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of REFSONE CREAM 10GM safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Refsone for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of REFSONE CREAM 10GM safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Refsone on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Refsone will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of REFSONE CREAM 10GM on the Kidneys?
Refsone may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of REFSONE CREAM 10GM on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Refsone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of REFSONE CREAM 10GM on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Refsone on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take REFSONE CREAM 10GM unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this REFSONE CREAM 10GM habit forming or addictive?
REFSONE CREAM 10GM is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking REFSONE CREAM 10GM since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
REFSONE CREAM 10GM should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, REFSONE CREAM 10GM is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and REFSONE CREAM 10GM
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how REFSONE CREAM 10GM and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and REFSONE CREAM 10GM
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking REFSONE CREAM 10GM with alcohol will be.
Yes, Refsone can be used for the treatment of brown patches on the skin or melasma, however, it is not used alone. It is always used in combination with hydroquinone, isotretinoin and sometimes glycolic acid. Melasma is a common skin condition. It is usually manifested as brown to gray-brown patches on the forehead, bridge of the nose, cheeks, upper lip, and chin. It can also invade forearms and neck. Alongside topical treatment, protection from Sun is also suggested as a treatment.
No, Refsone is not indicated to be used for herpes. Refsone is used for treating skin rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Symptoms could be cold sores, blisters, ulcers, vaginal discharge, and pain while urinating. Prescription antiviral medicines for the treatment might include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.
Refsone is available as a cream, lotion or an ointment. It is generally applied once a day. It should be applied every day at the same time. The instructions of the doctor and those given on the prescription label should be followed properly. One must not apply it more often than prescribed and it must not be applied to other areas of the skin. The skin condition should improve in 2 weeks times. A thin layer of cream or ointment should be applied and a few drops of lotion should be applied to the affected area. It is only to be applied on the skin. It should not be applied on mouth or eyes and should not be swallowed. Its use should be avoided on the genital, rectal areas, skin creases and armpits unless otherwise specified by your doctor. Do not apply any other cream, ointment or lotion on the treated area and do not cover it with bandage or cloth unless directed by your doctor.
Refsone is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.
No, Refsone is not indicated for hemorrhoids. Please consult your doctor before using Refsone for conditions other than the recommended ones.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 359-360
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